Definition
pacifisms
noun
- Plural of pacifism; beliefs, movements, or doctrines that oppose war and advocate peaceful resolution of conflicts.
Usage: Typically used in academic, political, or historical contexts to refer to multiple forms or instances of pacifist philosophy.
Examples
- Different pacifisms emerged throughout the 20th century, from religious to secular approaches.
- The conference explored various pacifisms and their effectiveness in preventing armed conflict.
- Historical pacifisms have shaped international law and human rights standards.
- Students studied competing pacifisms in their philosophy course.
- Religious and political pacifisms often overlap in their core principles.